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WO2017032999A1 - Véhicule à roues configurable et procédé de conversion d'un véhicule à roues entre des première et seconde conditions de conduite - Google Patents

Véhicule à roues configurable et procédé de conversion d'un véhicule à roues entre des première et seconde conditions de conduite Download PDF

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WO2017032999A1
WO2017032999A1 PCT/GB2016/052615 GB2016052615W WO2017032999A1 WO 2017032999 A1 WO2017032999 A1 WO 2017032999A1 GB 2016052615 W GB2016052615 W GB 2016052615W WO 2017032999 A1 WO2017032999 A1 WO 2017032999A1
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62K—CYCLES; CYCLE FRAMES; CYCLE STEERING DEVICES; RIDER-OPERATED TERMINAL CONTROLS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR CYCLES; CYCLE AXLE SUSPENSIONS; CYCLE SIDE-CARS, FORECARS, OR THE LIKE
    • B62K13/00—Cycles convertible to, or transformable into, other types of cycles or land vehicle
    • B62K13/08—Frames
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62K—CYCLES; CYCLE FRAMES; CYCLE STEERING DEVICES; RIDER-OPERATED TERMINAL CONTROLS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR CYCLES; CYCLE AXLE SUSPENSIONS; CYCLE SIDE-CARS, FORECARS, OR THE LIKE
    • B62K5/00—Cycles with handlebars, equipped with three or more main road wheels
    • B62K5/02—Tricycles
    • B62K5/06—Frames for tricycles
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62K—CYCLES; CYCLE FRAMES; CYCLE STEERING DEVICES; RIDER-OPERATED TERMINAL CONTROLS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR CYCLES; CYCLE AXLE SUSPENSIONS; CYCLE SIDE-CARS, FORECARS, OR THE LIKE
    • B62K15/00—Collapsible or foldable cycles
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62K—CYCLES; CYCLE FRAMES; CYCLE STEERING DEVICES; RIDER-OPERATED TERMINAL CONTROLS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR CYCLES; CYCLE AXLE SUSPENSIONS; CYCLE SIDE-CARS, FORECARS, OR THE LIKE
    • B62K3/00—Bicycles
    • B62K3/005—Recumbent-type bicycles
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62K—CYCLES; CYCLE FRAMES; CYCLE STEERING DEVICES; RIDER-OPERATED TERMINAL CONTROLS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR CYCLES; CYCLE AXLE SUSPENSIONS; CYCLE SIDE-CARS, FORECARS, OR THE LIKE
    • B62K3/00—Bicycles
    • B62K3/02—Frames
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62K—CYCLES; CYCLE FRAMES; CYCLE STEERING DEVICES; RIDER-OPERATED TERMINAL CONTROLS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR CYCLES; CYCLE AXLE SUSPENSIONS; CYCLE SIDE-CARS, FORECARS, OR THE LIKE
    • B62K5/00—Cycles with handlebars, equipped with three or more main road wheels
    • B62K5/02—Tricycles
    • B62K5/027—Motorcycles with three wheels
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62M—RIDER PROPULSION OF WHEELED VEHICLES OR SLEDGES; POWERED PROPULSION OF SLEDGES OR SINGLE-TRACK CYCLES; TRANSMISSIONS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR SUCH VEHICLES
    • B62M1/00—Rider propulsion of wheeled vehicles
    • B62M1/36—Rider propulsion of wheeled vehicles with rotary cranks, e.g. with pedal cranks
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62M—RIDER PROPULSION OF WHEELED VEHICLES OR SLEDGES; POWERED PROPULSION OF SLEDGES OR SINGLE-TRACK CYCLES; TRANSMISSIONS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR SUCH VEHICLES
    • B62M17/00—Transmissions characterised by use of rotary shaft, e.g. cardan shaft
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62M—RIDER PROPULSION OF WHEELED VEHICLES OR SLEDGES; POWERED PROPULSION OF SLEDGES OR SINGLE-TRACK CYCLES; TRANSMISSIONS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR SUCH VEHICLES
    • B62M5/00—Foot-driven levers as pedal cranks which can be immobilised as foot-rests
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62M—RIDER PROPULSION OF WHEELED VEHICLES OR SLEDGES; POWERED PROPULSION OF SLEDGES OR SINGLE-TRACK CYCLES; TRANSMISSIONS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR SUCH VEHICLES
    • B62M6/00—Rider propulsion of wheeled vehicles with additional source of power, e.g. combustion engine or electric motor
    • B62M6/40—Rider propelled cycles with auxiliary electric motor
    • B62M6/60—Rider propelled cycles with auxiliary electric motor power-driven at axle parts

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  • the present invention relates to a configurable cycle vehicle, preferably a tricycle or a bicycle and preferably one which is human powered, which provides a plurality of different riding experiences for a rider.
  • a method of converting a cycle vehicle between first and second riding conditions is also provided.
  • a traditional bicycle for instance, has a saddle which is positioned away from the handlebars, which are slightly elevated relative to the saddle, such that the user is in a generally upright position whilst cycling.
  • the legs of the user will then be generally vertical when engaged with the pedals in their lowermost position, with the knee rising and bending as the pedals are rotated by the user's feet. This allows for a relatively casual and comfortable ride, with the user's head being elevated for a good view of the surrounding area.
  • the user will generally adopt a more hunched position over the handlebars.
  • the saddle will be level with, or elevated with respect to the handlebars, facilitating this hunched condition so as to minimise wind resistance when riding, and allowing the rider to achieve a greater velocity.
  • the saddle can be replaced with a seat having a back and/or sides, akin to a chair, with the seat being relatively rearward on the frame of the cycle vehicle, and lower than for a standard bicycle.
  • the handlebars can then be angled from the vertical with respect to the front wheels, or even positioned to the sides of the user, so as to allow the user to adopt a recumbent or near-recumbent position. This may be more comfortable to the user, providing greater back and neck support; however, the riding position is very low, which may mean that the user is positioned directly in the path of exhaust fumes from other road vehicles. Given the lower centre of gravity, such cycle vehicles are often formed as tricycles for stability. There are therefore advantages and disadvantages with each style of cycle vehicle, and if a user wishes to have a different riding experience, then they must obtain different cycle vehicles for each purpose.
  • a configurable cycle vehicle comprising: an adjustable frame; at least two wheels engaged with the frame; a seat element engaged with the frame; handlebars engaged with the frame; and a propulsion means for providing motive force to the wheels;
  • the adjustable frame including at least a supporting frame member and a crossbar which are adjustably repositionable relative to one another to provide first and second different riding conditions, the second riding condition being recumbent relative to the first riding condition.
  • the propulsion means may include pedals configured to provide drive to at least one of the wheels.
  • the propulsion means may additionally or alternatively include an electric motor.
  • pedals and an electric motor are both provided, there may further comprise a drive shaft which couples the pedals to the wheels, the drive shaft being engagable in the first riding condition and disengagable in the second riding condition, the electric motor providing the motive force in the second riding condition.
  • propulsion mechanisms could be provided for a configurable cycle vehicle; standard pedal control is typical for a cycle vehicle, using a chain linkage to provide thrust or torque to the rear wheels.
  • Electrically powered vehicles are also known. It may also advantageously possible to provide a mechanism by which the cycle vehicle can be manually operated in the first riding condition, and then automatically powered in the second riding condition to provide a comfortable and relaxing riding experience.
  • a regenerative energy generation means for recharging a battery of the electric motor as the pedals are rotated.
  • Regenerative energy generation using the pedalling of the rider makes for a synergistic combination between the first riding condition, in which the cycle vehicle is typically manually powered, and the second riding condition, wherein the electric motor provides the necessary thrust, the manual drive from the first condition creating charge for the battery of the electric motor.
  • the crossbar may be pivotably engagable with the supporting frame member, and furthermore a pivotable connection frame member may be provided between the supporting frame member and the crossbar to effect pivotable engagement therebetween.
  • a guiding linkage may be provided which is connected to the supporting frame member and crossbar to guide the pivoting engagement of the connection frame member.
  • the general construction of the frame is similar to that of a standard bicycle, but the provision of an extra guiding linkage advantageously provides a set trajectory for the frame members to move relative to one another, ensuring that the user can only move the frame members to their correct positions for each of the first and second riding conditions. This beneficially simplifies the transition between the first and second riding conditions for a user.
  • all relative movements of adjustable frame when converting between the first and second conditions may occur synchronously.
  • the adjustable frame may include at least one moveable frame member which is moveable relative to the supporting frame member and/or crossbar.
  • One said moveable frame member may be provided as a handlebar frame member, the handlebar frame member being engaged with the handlebars and one of the wheels, the handlebar frame member being pivotable at or adjacent to the said wheel relative to the supporting frame member.
  • the handlebar frame member may be pivoted to a greater angle from the vertical than in the first riding condition.
  • the frame members are relatively moveable with respect to one another, and particularly being pivotable, generally corresponding to the standard frame bars of a bicycle.
  • the handlebar frame member is moveable by a change in the angle relative to the front wheel of the cycle vehicle, helping to achieve the necessary change from the first to the second riding conditions.
  • the seat element may be engaged with the crossbar so as to be moveable relative to the supporting frame member.
  • the relative movement of the seat element with respect to the rest of the frame allows for the cycle vehicle to be customised to the size of the rider in either of the first and second conditions as desired.
  • At least part of the adjustable frame may be telescopically extendible or retractable. Extension or retraction of the telescopically extendible or retractable frame may effect the conversion between the first and second riding conditions.
  • the telescopic extension of frame members allows for the entire wheelbase of the cycle vehicle to be expanded, allowing the greater required length of the second, recumbent condition to be accommodated. Furthermore, it may provide a means of engaging or disengaging a drive shaft associated with a manual propulsion means.
  • a locking means to lock the configuration of the cycle vehicle into one or other of the first or second riding conditions.
  • a locking means beneficially allows the first and second riding conditions to be effectively secured, ensuring that there is no slippage or displacement between the two conditions in use, which could otherwise potentially be dangerous to the rider.
  • the seat element In the second riding condition, the seat element may be lower than in the first riding condition.
  • a recumbent position could feasibly just be further towards the rear of the cycle vehicle than normal; however, it will typically be lower, seated position for the rider in the seat. This is generally more comfortable for the rider than the standard upright position.
  • a vertical position and/or a horizontal position of the seat element relative to the handlebars may be adjustable. Alteration of the relative positions of the seat element and handlebars advantageously allows a single cycle vehicle to be utilised by a plurality of riders of different shapes and/or sizes.
  • the configurable cycle vehicle may be a tricycle or a bicycle.
  • a method of conversion of a cycle vehicle between first and second riding conditions comprising the steps of providing a configurable cycle vehicle as claimed in any one of the preceding claims in one of the said first or second riding condition; and configuring the adjustable frame such that at least the seat element and handlebars are positioned in a more or less recumbent position in the other of the said first or second riding condition.
  • At least part of the adjustable frame may be telescopically extendible and/or retractable between the first and second riding conditions. Additionally or alternatively, wherein the adjustable frame includes a handlebar frame member, and wherein an angle of the handlebar frame member relative to at least one of the wheels is different between the first and second riding conditions.
  • Figure 1 shows a side view of one embodiment of a configurable cycle vehicle in accordance with the first aspect of the invention, in a first, upright riding condition;
  • Figure 2 shows a side view of the configurable cycle vehicle of Figure 1, converted into a second, recumbent condition
  • Figures 3a and 3b show partial enlarged side views of a central linkage of the configurable cycle vehicle of Figure 1 in the first and second conditions respectively;
  • Figures 4a and 4b show partial enlarged rear perspective views of the central linkages shown in Figures 3a and 3b respectively;
  • Figures 5a and 5b show partial side views of a front-end linkage of the configurable cycle vehicle of Figure 1 in the first and second conditions respectively;
  • Figures 6a and 6b show partial rear perspective views of the front-end linkages shown in Figures 5a and 5b respectively;
  • Figures 7a and 7b show a partial bottom plan view of the central portion of the configurable cycle vehicle shown in Figure 1 in the first and second conditions respectively;
  • Figure 7c shows a cross-sectional plan view through the frame of the central portion of the configurable cycle vehicle shown in Figure 7a, illustrating a drive shaft of the configurable cycle vehicle.
  • FIG. 1 and 2 there is shown a configurable cycle vehicle, illustrated here as a tricycle and referenced globally as 10.
  • the present invention could be utilised with any type of human powered and/or electric powered cycle vehicle, including but not limited to bicycles, tricycles, quadricycles, rickshaws, tandems or motorised cycles.
  • the configurable cycle vehicle is designed to provide the user with a variable riding experience depending upon the configuration of the cycle vehicle, and the mechanism by which the motive force is generated and/or applied could be provided in many different ways.
  • the tricycle 10 shown comprises an adjustable frame 12 which is formed from a plurality of relatively moveable frame members, a seat element 14 attached to the frame 12, handlebars 16 also attached to the frame 12, one front wheel 18 and two rear wheels 20, and a propulsion means or mechanism, which here includes a set of pedals 22 and an electric motor 24, respectively positioned at the centre and rear of the tricycle 10 in the present embodiment, though one or other of these could be dispensed with.
  • a propulsion means or mechanism which here includes a set of pedals 22 and an electric motor 24, respectively positioned at the centre and rear of the tricycle 10 in the present embodiment, though one or other of these could be dispensed with.
  • the adjustability of the frame 12 refers to adjustment beyond the standard vertical adjustability normally associated with seat or handlebar height of a bicycle.
  • the frame members include a supporting frame member 26, which might be considered to be the equivalent of the down tube of a traditional bicycle frame, a crossbar 28 which is in pivotable engagement with the supporting frame member 26 via a connection frame member 30 which respectively correspond to the top tube and seat tube of a traditional bicycle frame. Also connecting the supporting frame member 26 and crossbar 28, adjacent to the connection frame member 30, is provided a guiding linkage 32. There is also provided a handlebar frame member 34 which is engaged with both the supporting frame member 26 and the crossbar 28 spaced apart from the connection frame member 30.
  • the supporting frame member 26 is preferably formed as an elongate tube, as illustrated, which is bent at a central point.
  • the pedals 22 are then preferably mounted to the supporting frame member 26.
  • An elongate slot 36 is formed in the tube extending in a forwards direction from the central point, with a rear wheel axle mount 38 extending rearwardly therefrom.
  • the guiding linkage 32 is pivotably connected to the supporting frame member 26 at or adjacent to the pedals 22, whilst the connection frame member 30 is connected adjacent to the rear wheel axle mount 38, thereby forming a parallelogram or parallelogram-like linkage. Between these points of connection, there is a telescopically extendible and retractable portion 40 of the supporting frame member 26, as seen in Figure 2, allowing the connection frame member 30 to be extended and retracted relative to the guiding linkage 32.
  • connection frame member 30 Whilst the parallelogram-type linkage illustrated may be the preferred arrangement of the invention, it will be appreciated that the extension and retraction of the connection frame member 30 is the more important feature, and the supporting frame member 26 need not necessarily be telescopic; a sliding joint could be provided, with the connection frame member 30 being keyed to the supporting frame member 26 instead, for example.
  • the forward end of the supporting frame member 26, crossbar 28 and guiding linkage 32 here form what might be considered to be the front triangle of the tricycle 10, even though the actual shape is not triangular.
  • the guiding linkage 32, connection frame member 30 and rearward end of the supporting frame member 26 can be considered to form what would otherwise be the rear triangle.
  • the crossbar 28 is also preferably formed as an elongate tube, also preferably including a bend or kink towards its middle.
  • the guiding linkage 32 and connection frame member 30 are pivotably connected to the crossbar 28 at a single pivot point 42 so as to pivot in tandem; other linkage arrangements could feasibly be considered.
  • connection frame member 30 is preferably provided as a straight tube interconnecting the supporting frame member 26 and the crossbar 28, whereas the guiding linkage 32 is preferably kinked. This arrangement allows for the necessary range of motion to effect the change between the first and second conditions of the cycle vehicle 10; however, it will be appreciated that this is only one solution to arrive at the desired mechanism, and other shapes of connection frame member 30 and guiding linkage 32 are equally plausible.
  • a bracket 44 via which can be attached the seat element 14, preferably via an adjustable seat tube 46 attached to the bottom of a squab 48 or saddle of the seat element 14.
  • a fork 50 having two tines 52, each having a groove 54 running along an inwardly-facing surface thereof; this fork 50 enables coupling to the handlebar frame member 34.
  • the handlebar frame member 34 is formed preferably as an elongate tube which at an uppermost end extends into the handlebars 16 and at the opposing lowermost end extends into a wheel fork 56 to which the front wheel 18 is attachable. This permits a user to steer the tricycle 10 via the handlebar frame member 34.
  • two opposed spigots 58 At or adjacent to a mid-point of the tube of the handlebar frame member 34 is provided two opposed spigots 58, seen best in Figures 6a and 6b, which are able to couple with the grooves 54 of the fork 50 of the crossbar 28, preferably in sliding engagement.
  • the handlebars 16 as shown are formed as traditional cowhorn-style bars, and include the brakes 60 for the tricycle 10. Many different varieties of handlebars are available, however. Additional functionality may be included associated with the handlebars 16, for instance, a control mechanism 62 for the electric motor 24.
  • an axle 64 which couples together the two rear wheels 20.
  • a luggage rack 66 which spans the rear wheel axle mount 38, to thereby allow a rider to stow their possessions whilst in transit.
  • the electric motor 24, if required is also installed at the rear of the tricycle 10, and coupled with the rear wheel axle 64 .
  • the rear wheel axle 64 is also coupled, via a drive shaft 68 to the pedals 22, shown in Figure 7c, thereby allowing a user to pedal the tricycle 10 manually.
  • the seat element 14 is mounted to the crossbar 28 and may be formed having a squab 48 and backrest 70 so as to provide the user with adequate back support, particularly in the recumbent position.
  • the seat element 14 as shown has a pivotable backrest 70 which can be readily stowed into the squab 48, allowing for simple conversion of the seat element 14 into a typical saddle.
  • the seat tube 46 which is connected to the seat element 14, can be vertically adjusted within the bracket 44.
  • the seat tube 46 is preferably provided having a slotted runner 72 formed therein, to allow obstructive frame members to pass through the seat tube 46.
  • the seat element 14 may also be horizontally adjustable relative to the handlebars 16, by providing, for instance, an actuatable mounting plate for the seat element 14.
  • a user wishes to ride the tricycle 10 in a standard, upright condition, hereafter referred to as the first condition, then they are able to do so by retracting the telescopic portion 40 of the supporting frame member 26 fully so that the rear wheel axle mount 38 is in as forwardmost a position as possible.
  • This will draw the connection frame member 30 so as to be positioned in close proximity with the guiding linkage 32, such that the connection frame member 30 is vertical or substantially so, as illustrated in Figure 3a in particular.
  • the drive shaft 68 can be in engagement with the pedals 22, and therefore a rider can sit on the seat element 14 and pedal to produce the necessary motive force to ride the tricycle 10.
  • This arrangement can be seen in Figure 7a.
  • the rider could, of course, alternatively engage the electric motor 24, if desired, to reduce the difficulty of riding. This allows the rider to cycle along from an elevated position, providing them with an optimal view of the surrounding area.
  • the rider wishes to ride in a more recumbent configuration, hereafter referred to as the second condition, then they can adjust the supporting frame member 26 such that the telescopic portion 40 is extended. As shown in Figure 3b, this draws the connection frame member 30 away from the pedals 22 in the direction of the rear wheels 20. This also causes the guiding linkage 32 to rotate about the pivot on the supporting frame member 26, which in turn pulls down the rear end of the crossbar 28.
  • the lowering of the crossbar 28 also causes the seat element 14 to be lowered, and, as can be seen in Figure 4b, would ordinarily cause the seat tube 46 to collide with the connection frame member 30, were it not for the provision of the slotted runner 72, which accepts the connection frame member 30 therein.
  • the lowering of the whole crossbar 28 also forces the handlebar frame member 34 to rotate about the wheel fork 56 at the front wheel 18, with the connection between the spigots 58 and the tines 52 of the fork 50 of the crossbar 28 forcing the upper portion of the handlebar frame member 34 downwards.
  • the handlebar frame member 34 thereby slides relative to the supporting frame member 26 through the elongate slot 36.
  • This second condition therefore results in a relatively low seating position for the rider, as the seat element 14 is substantially lowered, and the handlebars 16 are rotated into position, preferably in one synchronous motion, so as to be in the correct position for riding the tricycle 10. It will be appreciated that this lower seating position is more recumbent than that of the first, upright riding condition, even if this is not necessarily as reclined as in a traditional recumbent bicycle.
  • extension of the telescopic portion 40 of the supporting frame member 26 can be arranged so as to cause dislocation of the drive shaft 68 of the tricycle 10, disengaging control of the tricycle 10 via the pedals 22 and ensuring that, in the second condition, the motive force of the tricycle 10 is provided solely by the electric motor 24.
  • This can be seen in Figure 7b. In such a scenario, it may be possible and/or desirable to reconfigure the pedals 22 into footrests, locking into position.
  • the adjustment of the frame members of the frame 12 should be relatively adjustable to one another so as to configure synchronously, in order to make reconfiguration of the tricycle 10 straightforward for the rider. It will be appreciated, however, that the reconfiguration of the frame 12 can be performed sequentially.
  • the pedals 22 may also be linked to a battery of the electric motor 24, such that, when the user pedals the tricycle, typically in the first condition, then the pedalling may also generate sufficient electrical power to regeneratively charge of the battery, by providing a regenerative energy generation means or mechanism. In a similar manner, regenerative braking could also be applied to recharge any onboard battery.
  • a dedicated locking means or mechanism which locks the configurable cycle vehicle in one or other of the first or second conditions, such as a latch, ratchet, both or keyed system. It is therefore possible to provide a configurable cycle vehicle which has an adjustable frame which is formed from a plurality of relatively configurable frame members, and which can be separately arranged in a first, upright riding condition, or alternatively in a second, recumbent riding condition.

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La présente invention concerne un véhicule (10) à roues configurable ayant un cadre (12) réglable qui est formé à partir d'une pluralité d'éléments de cadre relativement configurables (26, 28, 30, 32, 34), et qui peuvent être disposés séparément dans une première condition de conduite, verticale, ou en variante dans une seconde condition de conduite couchée. L'invention concerne également un procédé de conversion d'un véhicule à roues entre des première et seconde conditions de conduite.
PCT/GB2016/052615 2015-08-26 2016-08-23 Véhicule à roues configurable et procédé de conversion d'un véhicule à roues entre des première et seconde conditions de conduite Ceased WO2017032999A1 (fr)

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CN201680049233.8A CN107922029B (zh) 2015-08-26 2016-08-23 可配置自行车及在第一和第二骑乘状态之间转换自行车的方法
EP16763071.4A EP3325332B1 (fr) 2015-08-26 2016-08-23 Véhicule à roues configurable et procédé de conversion d'un véhicule à roues entre des première et seconde conditions de conduite
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